Holiday Inn & Suites

3220 S 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85040

American

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Jun 2, 2025

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Going back to 2024, Holiday Inn & Suites has five inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Jun 2, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

“Certified food protection manager” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Phoenix restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 2, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed plastic cambros of cut honeydew melon, cantalope, and watermelon in the cooling process(55'F) while lidded at time of inspection. Discussed proper cooling methods with PIC. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. All TCS foods cooling were uncovered to allow for rapid cooling

3-501.15(B)

Jan 2, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed ROP salmon being thawed in the walk-in cooler while still in the package. Discussed proper thawing methods with PIC. All ROP fish labeled "Keep Frozen" must be removed completely from reduced oxygen packaging (ROP) prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing under cold running water. All ROP fish was removed from ROP packaging at time of inspection

3-501.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed the freezer door within the walk-in to have an accumulation of ice build-up rendering the area neither smooth, nor easily cleanable. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection

6-501.12

Sep 17, 2024

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: Observed no certified food protection manager on-site at time of inspection. Person in charge (PIC) was unable to produce a certified food protection manager certificate. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Sep 5, 2024

Reinspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food

Inspector notes: Observed steak and burgers (cooked to order) offered for sale on menu without a reminder indicator on the menu. Per PIC, asterisk stickers to be used as reminder indicators on printed menus are on order from supplier. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection

3-603.11

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Aug 26, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food

Inspector notes: Observed steak and burgers (cooked to order) offered for sale on menu without a reminder indicator on the menu. Offering and serving undercooked proteins requires an approved consumer advisory at all points of sale; and must contain an approved disclosure method and reminder statement. Must provide approved consumer advisory at all points of sale prior to re-inspection

3-603.11

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed several wiping cloths stored outside of sanitizer buckets throughout kitchen area. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection

3-304.14

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Holiday Inn & Suites last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Holiday Inn & Suites on file is from Jun 2, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Holiday Inn & Suites?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Holiday Inn & Suites.

How does Holiday Inn & Suites compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Holiday Inn & Suites most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Holiday Inn & Suites' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Holiday Inn & Suites have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Holiday Inn & Suites means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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